The Tamesis
There’s no better time than summer to bring out your more festive, fun side. We’re not the only ones who feel this way. In addition to embellished handbags, embellished shoes have also become one of the season’s biggest trends on the spring and summer 2026 runways, from floral appliqué styles that reflect the season’s most beautiful flowers at Dior and Proenza Schouler, to disco ball sequins at Dries Van Noten, Prada and Chloé.
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But why leave the glitter until sunset? Embellished flat sandals are also making their way into our daytime wardrobe this summer. Take Vogue Shopping’s resort wear shoot, for example: Models donned sequined, beaded and even mesh styles, ranging from vibrant resort dresses to effortless, breezy poplin skirts for smart city wear. (While their “more is more” attitude certainly fits the energy of the season, that’s not to say we’re putting away our ’90s-inspired minimalist pairs—summer dressing, like so many things in life, is all about balance.)
Our favorite pieces—Staud, Tory Burch, Ancient Greek Sandals, and more—prove that decorative flat sandals last a long time during the summer, dressing up casual looks and easily offsetting more sophisticated looks. Le Monde Béryl’s powder-blue T-strap style adds a subtle pop of color to an elegant white dress, while Jimmy Choo’s beaded sandals add a welcome touch of texture to a lightweight linen look. With wedding and event season in full swing, you can consider them your dance floor heroes—peep under a voluminous maxi dress or accentuate a stylish matching set.
Whether you’re making them the centerpiece of your resort collection or pairing them with everyday essentials, sandals emblazoned with sequins, studs, or shells are the chicest, most whimsical finishing touch of the season.
